Don Fuoss Favored as High Point College Coach
In 1949 observers advocate Don Fuoss for the High Point college coaching job. The West Virginia based assistant coach at Bethany College, a Catawba alum with an MA from Columbia, impresses with discipline and strategic acumen. Endorsers cite his proven intellect and athletic insight as ideal for elevating the college.
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West Virginia Leads A Stacked Dixie Classic Arrival News
West Virginia Mountaineers arrive in Raleigh for the Dixie Classic alongside Georgia Tech Rhode Island State Penn State Wake Forest North Carolina Duke and NC State. Coach Lee Patton says WVU aims to challenge a fast field as tickets remain for sessions in the 12 500 seat Coliseum. Mark Workman struggles with hotel beds but hosts arrange Hollywood beds as WVU sheriff plans a strong bid.
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Kentucky’s Spivey Shows Power Against St John’s
Kentucky’s 7 foot 1 sophomore Bill Spivey dominated the Madison Square Garden game against St John’s. He played nearly all 40 minutes, blocking shots and scoring 17 points as Kentucky lost 69 to 58. Spivey’s length and stamina drew praise from observers comparing him to Bob Kurland and signaling a new era for Adolph Rupp’s squad.
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Opening Bowl Yankees Beat Rebels In Miami Bowl Clash
In Miami, the Yankees defeated the Rebels 20-14 in the Shrine charity game at the Orange Bowl before 37,378 rain soaked fans. North stars led by Yale coach Herman Hickman rallied with two third quarter touchdowns to overturn an early southern lead.
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Bengals Heading For Last Bowl Workout
Louisiana State University prepared for the Sugar Bowl against the Oklahoma Sooners with final practice underway in Baton Rouge. LSU reported good condition aside from Tommy Brown Bubba Field and Billy Baggett nursing leg muscles, all expected to be ready for Monday in New Orleans.
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Ross Junior Golf Tourney Opens Today
Young golfers up to 17 compete in the second annual Donald J. Ross junior championship at Pinehurst Country Club on the No. 1 course. Three age groups play medal format with trophies and awards. last year’s winner Charles Smith of Gastonia is ineligible this year due to age.
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Fights and Football Highlights From Nightcard View
Chicago fighter Dave Marsh won on points over Albert Adama in a notable bout. In a 1935 NFL game the Eagles intercepted seven passes while Boston made four. Ray Ramsey of the Chicago Hornets returned a kickoff 81 yards with a laterally aided 17 yard dash by Dan Edwards.
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Williams Tops American League Slugging in 1949
Ted Williams of Boston was proclaimed the American League slugging king for 1949 with a .650 percentage. He finished tied with Vern Stephens for 159 RBIs and trailed Detroit's Kell for the batting title. The season featured 30 major league records set or tied, including Cleveland's .983 fielding percentage and Boston's 207 double plays.
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Athletics
Record of season stats for St Louis and Chicago NY teams
The data notes include a fewest three base hits by a St Louis club in season 30 and a combined high usage game where both clubs used 38 players, with Chicago using 20 and New York 18.
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Cotton Bowl showdown near sellout crowds both teams thrive at end
Dallas crowd of 75 347 is expected for the Rice vs North Carolina classic and fans are urged to stay until the final gun. Tar Heels and Owls both win late as Rice edged Texas and UNC edged Duke with late scores amidst a season of dramatic finishes. Ty Cobb note ends the piece.
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College Cage Scores From Weekend Games
Long Island defeated San Francisco 56 to 48. UCLA beat La Salle 62 to 57. Western Kentucky won 74 to 61 against Canisius. St Josephs Pa. topped Utah 69 to 68. Santa Clara beat Manhattan 73 to 64. Temple over Buffalo 66 to 48. Lawrence Tech edged Kaho 63 to 44.
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Bison Hosts First Preseason Double A Tourney
The High Point Bison host eight teams in a three day preseason double-A basketball tournament starting Thursday. Coach Tony Simeon says teams from across the state are well developed and the event should boost participating squads. The Bison face Wilson at 7 45 PM opening night with all games aired on WHPE FM.
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UCLA and Western Kentucky Claim Top-Tier Showings in Twin Bill
UCLA defeated LaSalle 62-57 after beating Illinois 65-63, signaling national rankings clout. Western Kentucky opened its eastern tour with a 74-61 win over Canisius in Buffalo, while San Francisco suffered a 56-48 loss to Long Island in New York.
Gator Bowl Teams Arrive for Jacksonville Clash
Maryland and Missouri arrived in Florida for the Gator Bowl meeting in Jacksonville next Monday. Maryland checked in at Ponte Vedra beach for drills, with Jim Tatum scheduling two workouts daily after Christmas. Missouri reached Fort Lauderdale Sunday and held a 90 minute drill, planning one practice daily through Friday before returning to Jacksonville.
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